DIGITUS USB Extender USB 2.0 for use with Cat5/5e/6 (UTP STP or SFT) cable up to 50m

Conquer USB cable length limitations and place USB devices up to 50 m / 164 ft from the host using a single Cat 5, 5e or 6 patch cable (UTP, STP or SFP). The adapter contains an embedded USB 2.0 signal booster to prevent signal loss and requires no software drivers for operation.

Advantages

The adapter extends USB cable length up to 50 m / 164 ft while maintaining USB 2.0 signal integrity through an integrated booster. It uses a standard network cable with RJ45 plugs, is easy to install, works transparently without drivers, and supports common USB devices such as cameras, printers, webcams and scanners.

Key specifications

• Maximum extension distance: 50 m / 164 ft
• USB standard: USB 2.0
• Cable type used: Cat 5, Cat 5e or Cat 6 (UTP, STP or SFP)
• Connector: RJ45 (for network cable)
• Driver requirement: none (plug-and-play)

How to use

Connect the adapter to the USB port of the computer and to the USB device, then link the two adapter ends with a Cat 5/5e/6 patch cable with RJ45 plugs. Ensure secure connections at both ends; no driver installation is required. Place the USB device up to 50 m / 164 ft away from the computer as needed.

Recommendations

For reliable performance, use good-quality Cat 5e or Cat 6 cables and avoid running the cable in environments with strong electromagnetic interference. The patch cable is not included, so select the appropriate length and type before installation.